HND Mechanical Engineering (HTQ)

A Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is a valuable and highly regarded qualification within industry. The programme is preparation for the Top-up Degree programme in Engineering and follows on from the Higher National Diploma in Engineering.

The programme provides students with further analytical thinking skills, introduces advanced theoretical engineering principles and the use of appropriate software to solve complex issues.

This course has been developed to ensure students are able to meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving engineering sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.

Highly respected by employers nationwide, successful completion of the HND demonstrates that you have a strong understanding of the principles of Mechanical Engineering, having learnt how to apply those principles to a wide variety of situations.

With the ability to evaluate and apply different approaches to solving problems, you will have the skills, confidence and knowledge required to confidently exercise personal responsibility and decision making, in a range of employment situations.

When you choose to study the HND Mechanical Engineering for England programme you will need to complete the following units.

Research Project
Further Engineering Mathematics
Professional Engineering Management
Advanced Mechanical Principles
Computational Modelling in Virtual Engineering
Lean Manufacturing
Further Thermodynamics
Thermofluids
Manufacturing Systems Engineering
These modules have been specifically chosen to give you a thorough understanding of all aspects of Mechanical Engineering.

This course employs a range of assessment methods. This typically includes case studies, discussions, examinations, independent research, teamwork, portfolio evidence and written work. The exact type of assessment employed will vary from unit to unit.